Title: Massive rally in Tbilisi in favor of Georgia’s membership in the European Union
Introduction :
Last Wednesday, the Georgian capital Tbilisi was the scene of a historic rally in favor of Georgia’s membership of the European Union. Thousands of people gathered to express their support for the move, after Brussels recommended granting Georgia candidate status.
The support of the Georgian people for the European Union:
Facing an enthusiastic crowd waving EU and Georgian flags, pro-Western President Salomé Zourabichvili took the floor to call on EU member countries to officially grant Georgia candidate status. She underlined the importance of meeting the long-standing aspirations of the Georgian people to join the European Union. This strong mobilization demonstrates the enthusiasm and massive support of the population for this membership.
The European Commission’s recommendation:
The decision to recommend candidate status for membership was taken by the European Commission, and a final decision will be taken at the next summit of EU heads of state and government in December. The recommendation is a major step forward for Georgia, which began steps to become a candidate following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine last year.
The challenges facing Georgia:
Despite this recommendation, Georgia faces some internal challenges. President Zourabichvili, although pro-European, is faced with limits on power and opposition from certain political actors. She also accuses the current government of undermining Georgia’s efforts to join the EU, by pursuing a pro-Russian policy. However, the desire of the Georgian people to move closer to the European Union remains strong, as evidenced by Wednesday’s massive rally.
Conclusion :
This rally in Tbilisi in favor of Georgia’s membership in the European Union shows the determination and enthusiasm of the Georgian people to join this political and economic entity. As the final decision approaches, it is important to support Georgia in its efforts to reform and consolidate its institutions in order to meet EU criteria. Georgia’s accession would send a strong signal to the entire Caucasus region and would strengthen stability and prosperity in this crucial geopolitical space.